When up is down, and down is up
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSeveral teams have experienced plot twists since spring training, as strengths have become weaknesses and vice versa.
Story | Conversation | May 13, 2009Pounding the pavement
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIn recognition of the nation's 8.5 percent jobless rate, this week's installment of Starting 9 catches up with some familiar faces who failed to hook on through free agency.
Story | Conversation | April 22, 2009Starting 9: Overcoming long odds
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comSome are here for a cup of coffee. Some are back for another cup. Others are trying to restart their careers. This week's Starting 9 recognizes players who overcame long odds to land a job in the majors.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009Giants' offense still needs big upgrade
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe Giants could be dangerous in the NL West if they can add another productive bat to their lineup.
Story | Conversation | January 16, 2009Reyes still considered king of thieves
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com"Starting 9" breaks down the top base stealers in the game, leading off with the Mets' Jose Reyes.
Story | Conversation | May 21, 2008Campaign 2008: "Read All About It"
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comWith the 2008 regular season fast approaching, we present the 30 Major League Baseball team slogans for Campaign '08.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2008Bonds, Griffey share All-Star spotlight one last time
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comBarry Bonds and Ken Griffey Jr., two of the best players of their generation, will be starting in the same outfield in an All-Star Game for the first -- and perhaps last -- time Tuesday night.
Story | Conversation | July 09, 2007With one swing, Bonds proves he's 'ready'
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comHe didn't dress like Paula Abdul this time, but Barry Bonds' first swing of the spring showed he's ready for a run at Hank Aaron.
Story | Conversation | February 20, 2007Zito the last nine-figure domino to fall
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comThe fact that Barry Zito signed with San Francisco wasn't completely unexpected, but the $126 million for seven years was.
Story | Conversation | December 28, 2006
Putz is dealing, but has anyone noticed?
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.comIt's easy to get overshadowed, so we give eight underappreciated players the recognition they deserve.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2006
Relief pitchers striking it rich
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWith teams willing to spend, relief pitchers from Scott Eyre to Billy Wagner are hitting the jackpot in free agency.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2005
Human element still vital in high-tech age
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderAdvance scouting helps teams keep track of opponents and gain competitive intelligence.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2005
Healthy, reliable closers hard to find
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWhy are so many closers either hurt or struggling? Stress and wear and tear are logical places to start.
Story | Conversation | June 01, 2005
Giants taking bullpen-by-committee approach
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderWith Armando Benitez on the shelf, Felipe Alou must do some juggling in the Giants' bullpen.
Story | Conversation | May 03, 2005
Bumps and bruises come with territory
Jerry Crasnick, ESPN InsiderThe long baseball season starts catching up to catchers when they can least afford to take a break.
Story | Conversation | September 04, 2003
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